Dolgwyddfa Houses is in Newbridge, Newport and in Caerphilly district. NP11 4EQ is located in the Newbridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dolgwyddfa Houses, Newbridge, Newport, NP11 4EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 4ES, NP11 4EP, NP11 4QP, NP11 4ER, NP11 4QR, NP11 4QS, NP11 5FA, NP11 4QU, NP11 4QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP11 4EQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.6% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.4% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.9% | 40.6% | 11.7% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 38.2% | -15.5% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 11.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 7.1% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.8% | 40.6% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 39% | 36.5% | -2.5% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 15.8% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 6.4% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 19.8% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 7.1% | -9.6% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 14.1% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 8.5% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 20.1% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 26.5% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.4% | 95.6% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.7% | 97.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 97.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.9% | 76.7% | -6.8% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 29.2% | 13.5% | 15.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.5% | 37.2% | 17.3% |
| Christian | 37.9% | 46.2% | -8.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dolgwyddfa Houses was 114.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.1% higher than the Newbridge average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dolgwyddfa Houses has the 4th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Newbridge and the 165th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dolgwyddfa Houses, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2017-08-04 | £250,583 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tynewydd Primary School Greenfield , NP11 4QZ | - not rated | 431 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newbridge School Bridge Street , Newbridge NP11 5FR | - not rated | 489 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pantside Primary School Old Pant Road , Pantside NP11 5DE | - not rated | 989 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crumlin High Level Primary School Commercial Road , Crumlin NP11 4PX | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abercarn Primary School Chapel of Ease , Abercarn NP11 5LH | - not rated | 1,812 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Cafe | 10 Victoria Terrace | 204 yd | |
| Sun Valley Amusements | Sun Valley Amusements, 25 High Street | 349 yd | |
| Celtic Catering at Axiom Manufacturing Ltd | Unit 1, Aiwa Technology Park | 388 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit 2, Newbridge Gateway, Bridge Street | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newbridge Labour Club & Institute | Newbridge Labour Club, North Road | 119 yd | |
| Newbridge Hotel | Newbridge Hotel, High Street | 313 yd | |
| Celynen Collieries Workmens Institute | Celynen Colliers Institute And Memorial Hall, High Street | 359 yd | |
| Newbridge Rugby Football Club | Newbridge Rugby Club, Newbridge Welfare Ground, Bridge Street | 382 yd | |
| Newbridge Constitutional Club | Newbridge Constitutional Club, High Street | 481 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune Star | Shop, 1-2 Alexandra Place | 137 yd | |
| Conti Fish Bar | 1 High Street | 242 yd | |
| Marmaris Grill | 9 High Street | 242 yd | |
| O'Yes Pizza | 1 The Circle | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | One Stop Food Store, High Street | 776 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.